2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2009 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Swift is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Swift (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Swift.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Swift. 2009 Suzuki Swift has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Swift will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 2009 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Kangoo | Swift |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
